Used Nissan Versa: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 244 complaints across these 5 years; the 2024 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2025
Most reported: automatic emergency braking
9 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2024
Most complaintsMost reported: transmission
91 complaints1 recallOpen checklist
2021
Fewest complaintsMost reported: transmission
29 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
2020
Most reported: transmission
60 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2018
Most reported: airbags
55 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the Versa from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2024 | 2025 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 9 | 14 | 6 | 34 | 63 | |
| Electrical | 12 | 10 | 4 | 11 | 37 | |
| Engine | 3 | 5 | 2 | 23 | 2 | 35 |
Versa generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
Third generation
2024–now
2024 update: Exterior styling refinements; Updated technology features
Third generation
2019–2023
Second generation
2012–2019
Mileages where Versa problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
Every Versa recall to confirm
8 recalls cover the Versayears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 1 campaign spans more than one model year.
